- Botanical Name
- Hyacinthoides hispanica
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Plant Type
- Bulb
- Size (HxW)
- 20-30cm x 10-20cm
- Depth & Spacing
- Plant 6-10cm deep and space 5-10cm apart. They look best when planted in groups.
- Soil
- They will thrive in humus rich soil, but really aren’t too fussy and any well drained soils will suffice.
- Aspect
- Full sun to semi shade. Bluebells will tolerate filtered light, and perform well in part shade - they need at least four hours a day in late winter to early spring to flower well - for this reason they work well beneath deciduous trees. They will grow as well in full sun.
- Climate
- Cool to Mediterranean
- Frost
- Hardy
- Water
- Water in to establish, then only if rainfall is low during active growth, as they establish they become dry tolerant. Keep relatively dry during dormancy.
- Fertiliser
- When bulbs have been left in the ground to naturalise, it is a good idea to top dress with some fertiliser each autumn and spring.
- Flowering Time
- Mid to late spring
- After Flower Care
- Remove the flower heads after the blooms have finished to encourage bulb growth rather than seed production. Bluebells can be left in the ground to naturalise. If they are in an exposed position, as the foliage dies down, mulch the area to protect the bulbs from the summer heat (particularly in warmer areas). As required, Bluebell bulbs can be dug after the foliage has died right down. Lift and replant immediately, or store in a dry, airy position and replant the following autumn.
- Notes
- Also known as the ‘Wood Hyacinth’ or ‘Spanish Bluebells’ these bulbs are wonderful to plant in drifts, large clumps, pockets or pots. Suitable as cut flowers.